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Charie A. Tsoukalas

Charie A. Tsoukalas

West Lafayette,IN

Summary

Detail-oriented research assistant with a strong focus on experimental design, data collection, and instrumentation analysis. Proven ability to document procedures and contribute to advanced nuclear reactor systems.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Purdue University
West Lafayette, Ohio
08.2021 - Current

Manufactured advanced sensors for two-phase flow experiments in vertical pipes and narrow channels.

Collected data through instrumentation for two-phase flow analysis.

Originated and documented experimental procedures and results for research contributions.

Utilized thermal-hydraulic system code (TRACE) to evaluate nuclear power plant safety.

Graduate Research Aide

Argonne National Laboratory
Chicago, Illinois
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Conducted investigations on sensor qualification for advanced nuclear reactor systems, including sodium fast reactors.
  • Designed and evaluated modifications to TAPS system for sensor qualification in reactor applications.
  • Strengthened connections between laboratory measurements, sensor performance, and safety protocols.

Student Program member

American Nuclear Society
Washington DC
11.2023 - 11.2023
  • Partnered with student researchers to streamline operation of all technical sessions

Student Assistant

National Technical University of Athens
Athens, Greece
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Facilitated collection and analysis of traffic-related data through utilization of diverse instruments and tools for traffic flow assessment.

Education

Master of Science - Nuclear Engineering

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
12-2023

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

National Technical University of Athens
Athens, Greece
08-2021

PhD - Nuclear Engineering

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN

Skills

  • Experimental design and data collection
  • Instrumentation analysis
  • Thermal-hydraulic modeling
  • Technical documentation
  • Data visualization
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Analytical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Academic publishing
  • Research paper writing
  • Public presentations

Accomplishments

Gerald I. Gilbert Memorial Scholarship Recipient

Languages

Greek
Native/ Bilingual
French
Full Professional
English
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Graduate Research Aide

Argonne National Laboratory
05.2024 - 07.2024

Student Program member

American Nuclear Society
11.2023 - 11.2023

Research Assistant

Purdue University
08.2021 - Current

Student Assistant

National Technical University of Athens
12.2020 - 03.2021

Master of Science - Nuclear Engineering

Purdue University

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

National Technical University of Athens

PhD - Nuclear Engineering

Purdue University
Charie A. Tsoukalas